PM Modi Receives Mauritius’ Highest Civilian Honor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Mauritius’ highest award, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, becoming the first Indian to do so. Awarded by PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam, this honor reflects strong India-Mauritius ties. Modi has been recognized with 21 international awards, including notable distinctions from Saudi Arabia, Palestine, and France.

On March 11, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, the highest civilian award of Mauritius. This accolade marks him as the first Indian recipient of this prestigious title, underscoring his role in fortifying the relations between India and Mauritius. The announcement was made by Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam.

This accolade highlights the longstanding historical and strategic ties between the two nations. PM Modi is now amongst an elite group of global leaders who have received this honor. PM Ramgoolam noted, “The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean’ is very fitting for you, Prime Minister.”

The Mauritius award is part of a significant series of international recognitions for PM Modi. His most recent commendation prior to this was the Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer during his visit to Kuwait, a prestigious honour reserved for heads of state. This new recognition represents the 21st international honor awarded to Modi.

Among Modi’s distinguished accolades are several notable awards, including:
– Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud (Saudi Arabia, 2016)
– State Order of Ghazi Amir Amanullah Khan (Afghanistan, 2016)
– Grand Collar of the State of Palestine (Palestine, 2018)
– Order of Zayed (UAE, 2019)
– Order of St. Andrew (Russia, 2019)
– Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour (France, 2023)
– Order of the Nile (Egypt, 2023)
– Order of the Druk Gyalpo (Bhutan, 2024)
– Dominica Award of Honour (Dominica, 2024)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s receipt of Mauritius’ highest honor signifies the deepening of India-Mauritius relations and reaffirms his status on the global stage. This award adds to his already impressive collection of 21 international accolades, highlighting his diplomatic efforts and influence across the world.

Original Source: indianexpress.com